IT Exec Support Engineer

Company: Howden Group Services Limited
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Location: London
Job Description:

Job Role

You will be hired as an IT Executive Support Engineer to provide dedicated technical support to senior executives and VIP users in the UK office locations.

Key Responsibilities

  • First contact for high‑priority incidents and requests for executives and senior business stakeholders.
  • Provide first‑to‑second line IT support for over 500 global VIP employees.
  • Maintain an excellent standard of support and build relationships with key executives and PAs.
  • Manage tickets via ServiceNow.
  • Set up and maintain laptops, desktops, mobile devices and peripheral equipment for executives.
  • Provide mobile device support and advanced troubleshooting (Apple & Android technologies).
  • Proactively identify potential technical issues, implement preventive solutions and perform root‑cause analysis.
  • Liaise with, delegate tasks to and coordinate with relevant teams for escalation.
  • Support the Exec Support Specialist and, when necessary, escalate issues to the Head of IT.
  • Perform Active Directory, user and computer administration.
  • Ensure seamless functionality of Microsoft Office 365, collaboration tools and enterprise applications.
  • Basic MacOSX support and basic network troubleshooting.
  • Participate in ad‑hoc support requests, desk moves, desk‑side support and home visits.
  • Travel to global office locations to support senior executives during business‑critical conferences and meetings.
  • Provide support during core business hours (8am‑6pm, Mon‑Fri) and, on occasion, out of hours, including weekends and bank holidays.

Skills and Abilities

  • Strong communication, professionalism and discretion when handling sensitive executive support.
  • Understanding of the importance of excellent customer service and a “can do” attitude.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Confidence to interact with senior management, clients and colleagues.
  • Proficiency in working within a team environment.
  • Logical thinking and ability to remain calm under pressure.
  • Strong prioritisation skills and adherence to process.
  • Patience and empathy when dealing with customers and colleagues.
  • Effective problem‑solving based on clear reasoning and sound rationale.
  • Tactful, diplomatic and able to thrive in an ever‑changing environment.
  • Capability to work proactively, under pressure and independently with minimal direction.
  • Good understanding of Apple mobile devices.
  • Strong background in Microsoft products (Office, Windows).
  • Comfort using web‑conferencing, collaboration tools and apps such as Microsoft Teams, Zoom, WhatsApp and Cisco Webex.

Knowledge & Experience

  • IT industry experience.
  • Microsoft Windows11, Microsoft OfficeO365 and Microsoft Teams.
  • Video conferencing technologies.
  • AppleOSX / Apple Mobile.
  • Active Directory.
  • Mimecast.
  • ITIL best practice.
  • Remote support tools.
  • Incident, Request, Problem and Change Management.
  • Administrative and clerical procedures.
  • Compliance with FCA requirements and data‑protection, AML, etc.

Professional Qualifications

  • ITIL Foundation V4 – required.

Compliance & Regulatory Responsibilities

  • Remain compliant with FCA requirements.
  • Obtain appropriate approvals to ensure compliance with company policy, procedures and regulatory requirements (data protection, money laundering, etc.).
  • Share best practices and information within the team.
  • Maintain accurate workplace records and documentation.

Reasonable Adjustments

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations such as software, IT, and office setups, flexible hours, or hybrid working where possible. *Not all positions can accommodate changes to working hours or locations.*

Benefits – What We Offer

A career that you define. We value diversity, support each other in everyday and challenging moments, and are determined to make a positive difference at work and beyond.

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Posted: June 1st, 2026